Portland

If you’re thinking about or planning a visit to Maine, here are a few choice events to keep in mind as you finalize your schedule. • Super lodging deal at the Blue Hill Inn to benefit Blue Hill Heritage Trust Save 50% on a room, May 25-June 11, at the lovely Blue Hill Inn with […]

I’ve been a fan of Stephen Lanzalotta’s baking and Mediterranean fare since I first wandered into Sophia’s years ago. Enough that I bought his cookbook and it remains one of my top go-tos for recipes and inspiration among the 400+ I own (Yeah, I have a wee bit of a problem when it comes to […]

So much happening in Maine, and I’ve been too sick with the flu to tell you about it all. Accept my apologies along with my promise to return to regular posts. I’m beginning with accommodations updates, including the loss of one inn-based restaurant and an especially intriguing renewal that promises a guest-only (at least for […]

Here’s a sampling of events and opportunities that have recently cross my desk. • Washington County Through Eastern’s Eye, an exhibit of 33 historic Washington County photographs from the Penobscot Marine Museum’s collection, will open Feb. 15 at the Cherryfield Public Library. The exhibit, drawn from the Eastern Illustrating & Publishing Company collection, is based […]

I love this flow chart, created by the good folks at Maine Restaurant Week, detailing suggestions for where to dine with your loved one on the big heart holiday. Maybe for 2014 they’ll come up with one for the entire state of Maine. In the meantime, start planning and making reservations. And do think ahead, […]

Every morning, when I see the Pomegrante Inn‘s feed on Facebook, I start drooling. Innkeeper Dana Moos authored The Art of Breakfast, which I reviewed when it was published. I finally spent a night at the inn earlier this week. Now before I start dishing about the inn, and especially about the breakfast, know this: […]

Enlighten the dark days of winter with a visit to one of Maine’s museums. The summer crowds are gone, but the shows go on and many have special programs that complement them. Penobscot Marine Museum, Searsport Bet you didn’t even think the PMM was open in winter with an especially appropriate exhibit. Keeping Warm explores […]

Here’s some tasty news from around the state. Craving fried clams? Lusting for waffles? Both Bob’s Clam Hut and Mountain Waffles are coming to Sugarloaf this winter. Bob’s, a Kittery tradition since 1955, is renowned for its addictive fried clams. Mountain Waffles, part of a national chain operating at ski resorts, serves chocolate-drizzled grab-and-go waffles. […]

In May 2012, Executive Chef Timothy Labonte joined Eve’s at the Garden in the Portland Harbor Hotel. The Maine native is thrilled to be back in his home state and savor the goodness of the seasons. After chatting with him earlier this week, I dined at Eve’s. Chef had me at the pork belly, caviar, […]

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Professional writer/editor Hilary Nangle has been writing about her home state for more than 20 years. She shares her finds and faves in publications ranging from the Boston Globe to National Geographic Traveler, as well as in her Moon guidebook series for Maine.